Depot Operative

Depot Operative with Driving – Full Time | Permanent

As a Depot Operative you will pick, assemble, complete and load customer orders to the required specification and ensure all customer orders are delivered.

• Pick, pack and assemble orders to the required standard set in the warehouse‑training programme.
• Ensure a high level of accuracy when picking customer orders.
• Maintain a level of efficiency and utilisation as set by the picking performance criteria.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, maintain safe‑working practices and undertake any required training.
• Communicate optimally to build open working relationships with colleagues and act as a role model for the PPG values.
• Pick items and load the van as required for daily delivery.
• Coordinate deliveries in a timely, efficient manner and keep records as required.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain existing client relationships.
• Report any problems that may arise from goods or services supplied by the Company to the relevant Depot Manager in a timely manner.
• Collect accurate payment from customers, as advised by the Depot Manager.

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to use relevant I.T equipment and complete required training programme and ongoing competence assurance training.
• Organised approach to work including ability to plan daily route for deliveries.
• Structured approach to tasks and ability to meet customer ETA’s.

• Competitive starting salary with yearly pay reviews
• Local site bonus scheme
• Opportunity to quickly progress and earn more
• Comprehensive training and upskilling opportunities
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• No weekend work
• Matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare plans with options to extend to family members
• Generous staff discounts of PPG products

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well‑being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.